Sydney, 8th August 2008
To a great number of people worldwide, today may be an auspicious day thanks to the unusually consecutive 8-8-8 in the numerical system of international date that we use (both AD & BC). And hence these couples intentionally preset this special date as their nuptials & say their once-only sacred vow.
To the greatest nation on earth centred in Beijing, this date marks the end of their long-awaited day being the host of the world's biggest event and the proud beginning of massive demonstration of the rich, splendid Chinese culture and civilisation embedded in the festive Opening Ceremony currently underway at these hits of letters on my keyboard.
To all nations and even a greater number of people, it is time to revel & be merry as mankind are united in this universal Olympic spirit as well as cheer their national sports warriors on to go swifter, higher, and stronger for more golds than any other country to top the medal tally of this Games of the XXIX Olympiad.
To me, I wish it were just another day, another TGIF day to look forward to for the morrow. But somehow I've got myself a bit carried away by the globally ubiquitous delight... with quite a distinct, personal reason, though. That it is on this very day too I have been privileged to officially become a CPA (Certified Practising Accountant) of CPA Australia.
So, what else to utter than a relieved, lengthy "finally...... thank You, Lord! I can't believe this."
(Emil Jayaputra CPA)
To a great number of people worldwide, today may be an auspicious day thanks to the unusually consecutive 8-8-8 in the numerical system of international date that we use (both AD & BC). And hence these couples intentionally preset this special date as their nuptials & say their once-only sacred vow.
To the greatest nation on earth centred in Beijing, this date marks the end of their long-awaited day being the host of the world's biggest event and the proud beginning of massive demonstration of the rich, splendid Chinese culture and civilisation embedded in the festive Opening Ceremony currently underway at these hits of letters on my keyboard.
To all nations and even a greater number of people, it is time to revel & be merry as mankind are united in this universal Olympic spirit as well as cheer their national sports warriors on to go swifter, higher, and stronger for more golds than any other country to top the medal tally of this Games of the XXIX Olympiad.
To me, I wish it were just another day, another TGIF day to look forward to for the morrow. But somehow I've got myself a bit carried away by the globally ubiquitous delight... with quite a distinct, personal reason, though. That it is on this very day too I have been privileged to officially become a CPA (Certified Practising Accountant) of CPA Australia.
So, what else to utter than a relieved, lengthy "finally...... thank You, Lord! I can't believe this."
(Emil Jayaputra CPA)
